No. 10 Florida will have RB Jones back for Miami

Associated PressMonday, September 02, 2013

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In this Nov. 24, 2012 file photo, Florida running back Matt Jones (24) runs past Florida State defensive back Nick Waisome (6) for a 32-yard touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game, in Tallahassee, Fla. With Jones out because of a viral infection, No. 10 Florida has a seldom-used backup, an ex-safety and a walk-on splitting time in the backfield.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — No. 10 Florida will have running back Matt Jones back against Miami.

Coach Will Muschamp says Jones, who missed the last month while recovering from a viral infection, will play Saturday. The sophomore is listed as the starter on the team's updated depth chart.

Muschamp says the Gators "feel pretty good about his progress. As we work through the week, we'll be able to know how much he will be able to contribute, but he certainly will play."

Without Jones, backup Mack Brown carried 25 times for 112 yards and two touchdowns in a 24-6 victory over Toledo in the season opener.